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Old 05-24-2019, 11:18 AM   #6
duke36
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Default Re: ZDDP additive reacts with yellow metals?

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Originally Posted by Forddan View Post
Hi all

Sorry if it is a naive question , but I couldn't find an answer online.

Anyone knows if ZDDP additive will react with or affect yellow metals ?

Thanks !!
Daniel - Forddan-
It can, but zinc not necessary in trannies, rear ends and steering gears, etc. Rotella and other motor oils used to be higher in zinc, but it was found to affect catalytic convertors. Some people add the ZDDP to motor oil (not hydraulic oil) in classic cars for the valve train.
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